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How To Choose An Avalanche Shovel
How To Choose An Avalanche Shovel
How To Choose An Avalanche Shovel

An avalanche shovel is an essential part of your backcountry safety kit list, necessary for digging victims out during avalanche rescue. 

Camping Stove Buying Guide
Camping Stove Buying Guide
Camping Stove Buying Guide

Camping stoves help fuel up for wherever your adventures take you, but choosing the right one can be tricky. To ensure you’re the envy of your camp, we’ve put together an all-you-need-to-know guide.  

5 Hiking and Camping Essentials
5 Hiking and Camping Essentials
5 Hiking and Camping Essentials

Get back to nature with these 5 innovative and ultralight hiking and camping essentials designed for the ultimate outdoor adventure. 

How To Layer For Summer Hiking
How To Layer For Summer Hiking
How To Layer For Summer Hiking

In this blog we share the fundamentals of layering, so that whatever conditions you face, you'll be ready. 

Ski Technology Jargon Buster
Ski Technology Jargon Buster
Ski Technology Jargon Buster

Buying new skis is really exciting, but wading through swathes of technical jargon isn’t! If you’re able to visit a store, our expert staff can give you the straightforward help and advice that you need; if you’re browsing online, here is a breakdown of some of the most common technical terms that you’re likely to encounter.

Snow Gloves Buying Guide
Snow Gloves Buying Guide
Snow Gloves Buying Guide

Snow gloves and mitts are essential for your skiing adventures. That's why we've put together a handy guide to keep those hands warm and dry from your first tracks to the last lift. 

 

A Guide To Ski Technology
A Guide To Ski Technology
A Guide To Ski Technology

With so much technology going into skis it can be hard to keep up with all the terminology and its purpose, so we’ve created this handy guide to give you a breakdown of all the tech specs.

Mid-Layer Buying Guide
Mid-Layer Buying Guide
Mid-Layer Buying Guide

A mid-layer provides warmth, so the one you choose can make or break your day in the mountains. To help you out, we've created this guide so you can choose the right mid-layer for you.

Picture: Ride, Protect and Share
Picture: Ride, Protect and Share
Picture: Ride, Protect and Share

When you’re on track to live a life that doesn’t feel quite right, you have two choices. Carry on and pretend that all is right in the world or, make a change. It was three young friends that decided it was time to make a change not only in their own lives but in the lives of future generations and this is why the buying team at Snow+Rock have added Picture to the collection for this season.

Top 10 Trail Running Essentials
Top 10 Trail Running Essentials
Top 10 Trail Running Essentials

Like hiking, trail running can expose you to a wide range of conditions. To help you get the most out of every off-road, we've rounded up our top 10 trail running essentials:

Why You Need Technical Walking Socks
Why You Need Technical Walking Socks
Why You Need Technical Walking Socks

A quality pair of technical socks are the foundation of any keen walker’s itinerary. Whether you’re prepping for long-distance backpacking, a short afternoon hike or a run on the trails, the correct socks will keep you comfortable by reducing shock, adding support, removing sweat and heat and minimising blisters. Cotton socks, however, soak up moisture and can soon cause discomfort and irritation, especially on longer routes. Here’s why you need to invest in some functional footwear.

Walking Boot Care Guide
Walking Boot Care Guide
Walking Boot Care Guide

Show your walking boots some love and keep them performing at their best for longer with our boot care guide.

10 Great All-Mountain Skis
10 Great All-Mountain Skis
10 Great All-Mountain Skis

If you spend most of your time exploring groomed runs but are yearning to venture into the powder then all-mountain skis are a great choice. They are are all about versatility; fun to ride anywhere on the mountain and brilliant for building confidence off-piste.

 

Ski Servicing Guide
Ski Servicing Guide
Ski Servicing Guide

Across the United Kingdom our stores give you access to the best boot and equipment service centres to help keep your investment in top condition. By investing in the latest technology and training courses our stores can provide you with custom solutions to your needs.

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